Cockatoos are becoming increasingly popular with bird lovers and more and more people are thinking of getting one for themselves or their children. But there are a few things to keep in mind before you decide to buy a cockatoo. In this article, I will show you what you need to know about cockatoos so that you can properly care for them and ensure their well-being.
First, here are some basic facts about cockatoos in general. First of all, while cockatoos are part of the parrot family, they don’t have the same squeaky voice that most parrots do. However, you can still teach them to talk. They are also smaller in size and have long, pointed tails. To recognize a male cockatoo, you have to look at his face. Male cockatoos have a bright yellow face, chest, and forehead. Female cockatoos, on the other hand, do not have these characteristics.
If you want to raise healthy baby cockatoos, it’s always best to go the natural route. Let parents feed babies so they can give them the enzymes and bacteria they’ll need to properly digest their food. If you hand-feed your baby cockatiels formula, they won’t get the immunities they need to fight disease later on. Hand-feeding baby cockatiels will expose them to more bacteria and increase their chances of getting sick.
If you absolutely want to hand feed your baby cockatoo, make sure you choose a top quality formula. Also be sure to get a proper thermometer so you can check the temperature of the formula. If the formula you give your baby cockatoos is over 106 degrees Fahrenheit, they could die, so don’t take this matter lightly.
It is very important that you keep your cockatiels away from chemicals in hash, such as bleach or ammonia. Cockatoos have very sensitive respiratory systems and can get infections if you expose them to dangerous chemicals. That is why you should always keep them away from the kitchen. Pots and other cooking materials can give off dangerous chemicals that could be detrimental to your cockatoo’s health.
You should never touch your cockatoo if it has a cold or any other infectious illness. Baby cockatoos have a weak immune system, making them very vulnerable to disease. You should always wear gloves and clean your hands with hand sanitizer before touching them.
Cockatoos can be very nice animals if you raise them well. But if you want to save yourself the trouble of hand-feeding your baby cockatoos, you should consider getting a fully weaned bird. That will save you a lot of time and trouble.